Jim's Smokin' Cafe

06/20/2026

Forget building the bear, how about build - a - burger?

This customer chose pastrami, grilled jalepenõs, grilled onions, candied pork belly bacon, our in house chipotle, and pepper jack cheese on our hand pattied - fresh chuck - cast iron burger.

06/19/2026

We really appreciate your continuous support and daily voting.

Vote here:
https://www.heraldpalladium.com/leaderpub/contests/bestofthebest/ #/gallery/?group=538701

06/19/2026

The sun is setting, the music is playing, and the downtown vibe at NODESTOCK is absolutely incredible right now!

Our kitchen is officially closed for the night, but we couldn't resist shouting out how awesome it is to see everyone hanging out at The NODE. This is just the very start of the summer season!

There are so many more concerts and Third Thursday events lined up for the coming months. For all the future events, remember that Jim’s Smokin’ Cafe is just a 1-minute walk away. You can always dine in with us beforehand or grab your smoked favorites to-go and eat right by the music.

06/18/2026

Seem like a good day for some chowder. Bits of mahi and house smoked shrimp. Bacon cheeseburger deluxe really hit the spot. This weather just screams out for comfort food.

06/18/2026

Just a little food for thought... It’s the LAST WEEK to vote for us in the Michiana’s Best of the Best! If you’ve enjoyed a meal at/ from Jim’s Smokin’ Cafe recently, we’d be absolutely thrilled if you could drop us a vote.

We are incredibly honored to be nominated across the board this year—from Best Restaurant in Niles, BBQ, and Burgers, to Breakfast, Wings, and even Best Server (go Payton Morris!)

https://www.heraldpalladium.com/leaderpub/contests/bestofthebest/ #/gallery?group=538701

06/17/2026

06/17/2026

Looking for the ultimate midweek pick-me-up? Our Wednesday Lunch Buffet is calling your name! The Wednesday buffet is $15. Sunday is $18, unless it falls on a holiday.

06/14/2026

We missed you a waffle lot! 🧇 Our doors are back open, and we can’t wait to serve our Niles community the best Sunday brunch in town. 9-2.

06/12/2026

WE WILL BE CLOSED TODAY (Friday June 12th) and TOMORROW (Saturday June 13th) DUE TO MULTIPLE CATERINGS.

We will be back open for the Sunday Brunch Buffet 9-2.

06/11/2026

We will be closed today due to the city making electrical repairs on the downtown district. They are shutting us off from 11 AM until it’s fixed up to six hours. I apologize for any inconvenience.